19, 2009, in Marlborough Hospital following a short illness. He is survived by his wife, Fay B. (Murphy) Kelley; a sister, Patricia Bruce and her husband, Richard; his stepsons, Wayne and Kevin Hey and Matthew and Christopher Coutu; and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Shirley McShera. Born and raised in Worcester, [...]

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The big news from Washington State wine producers is that they are bringing excellent Rieslings to market. Along with Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling is considered to be among the top three white wine varieties. Those from Washington State seduce drinkers with delicious fruit flavors and peachy aromas. The citrusy flavors and relatively light alcoholic [...]

Shrewsbury – Entering high school is a new experience for many parents as well as for their freshman children. That’s why the Shrewsbury High School Guidance Department introduced monthly “Breakfast with Guidance” events. The Oct. 26 meeting focused on the balance of athletics and academics, with information about the NCAA Clearinghouse, where students interested in [...]

Southborough – If you have overdue books at the public library, this is for you: during the first two weeks of November, the Southborough Public Library staff will forgive your overdue fines on Southborough library books, audiobooks, DVDs, CDs and videos in exchange for a donation of paper goods or laundry soap for the Southborough [...]

Northborough – Judy Graham from the Massachusetts Association for the Blind reads a story in Braille Oct. 21 during a visit with fourth-graders at Peaslee Elementary School. Graham visited the students to explain what it is like to be blind. She shared with students how she identifies dollar bills, labels clothes and food, plays softball, [...]